Henty Park

Henty Park in Portland, Victoria, is a notable recreational area that includes a designated RV camping area. It is located near the town centre and the foreshore, making it a convenient spot for visitors to explore Portland. The park itself features sporting facilities, a playground, and open spaces. The camping area within Henty Park is primarily set up as a low-cost or free stop, particularly catering to self-contained recreational vehicles.

• Facilities: The facilities available at the Henty Park RV Camping Area are basic, focusing on the needs of self-contained travellers:
• Toilets
• Drinking Water
• RV Dump Point (for waste disposal)
• Grassed parking area
• Proximity to the Henty Park playground and sporting ovals
• Adjacent to the Portland Cable Tram depot
• Please note that shower facilities are generally not available at this free RV camping area.
• Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby: Henty Park's location in Portland offers easy access to several local attractions, many within walking or a short driving distance:
• Portland Cable Tram: Located directly next to Henty Park. Enjoy a scenic ride along the foreshore, passing by various points of interest.
• Portland CBD: A short walk away, providing access to shops, supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, and local museums.
• Portland Botanic Gardens: Situated a short stroll from the park.
• Portland Foreshore and Beach: Easily accessible for walks, relaxation, and enjoying the coastal scenery.
• Portland Maritime Discovery Centre: Located near the waterfront, offering insights into Portland's maritime history. Accessible via a walk or a short tram ride.
• Whalers Bluff Lighthouse: Further along the foreshore, accessible by the Cable Tram or a walk.
• Point Danger Gannet Colony: A short drive from Henty Park, where you can observe Australia's only mainland colony of Australasian Gannets.
• Cape Nelson Lighthouse and State Park: Approximately a 10-15 minute drive from Portland, offering rugged coastal views and walking trails.
• Cape Bridgewater: Around a 20-30 minute drive, famous for its fur seal colony, petrified forest, and stunning bay.

Henty Park in Portland provides a convenient and free stop for self-contained vehicles looking to explore the town and its immediate surroundings. For those requiring more extensive facilities, including powered sites and showers, the nearby holiday parks are better options.